Eschatology and the Post-modern Pentecostal Church in Kenya

Authors

  • Stephen Muema Mbithi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47672/ejpcr.772

Keywords:

: Eschatology, Church, Theology, Appraisal, CITAM

Abstract

Purpose: This paper contends that even though the doctrine of eschatology is one of the core teachings of the Christian doctrine, the reality is that it has not always received due attention in the postmodern church. The relegation of this important doctrine to the background of church activity has therefore meant that eschatology has almost been forgotten in church circles. This research sought to establish the interaction of the church with eschatological teachings, beliefs and practices as understood by the pastors, elders/deacons, leaders, and members of Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM).

Methodology: The study used mixed methods research design. The target population was the pastors, elders/deacons, leaders, and members of CITAM in two selected assemblies in Nairobi. The assemblies were: CITAM Parklands and CITAM Valley Road. Data was collected from a sample of 68 respondents using stratified sampling technique by use of a questionnaire. The data was then analysed by use of descriptive statistical analysis. Data collected from open-ended sections of the questionnaire were discussed and presented in narrative form.

Findings: It was found that the church has done some work as regards to teaching and discussing eschatology. However, the paper also finds that what the church has done to popularize eschatology amongst its members is insufficient and inefficient. More needs to be done in popularizing eschatological themes in church circles.

Recommendations: It was recommended that the church should be intentional and committed to doing more in promoting interactions with the doctrine of eschatology. It was also recommended that further studies on the methodologies and ways of systematically inducting eschatology into the everyday church activities and teachings be undertaken.

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Author Biography

Stephen Muema Mbithi

 

Student: Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology, Africa International University

 

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Published

2021-08-10

How to Cite

Mbithi, S. (2021). Eschatology and the Post-modern Pentecostal Church in Kenya. European Journal of Philosophy, Culture and Religion, 5(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.47672/ejpcr.772

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